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'Rugby League' (PC/PS2/Xbox) - Screens

The secrets behind this year's most eagerly awaited Australasian videogame - and the name of the new game - are at last being revealed with New Zealand's Stacey Jones being given a starring role. Available on PS2, PC and X Box, "Rugby League" has been in the making for over 12 months and has seen the NRL and program developers Sidhe Interactive inundated with requests and suggestions from fans, right down to the best name for the game. Read more for details and new screens ...

"The demand for a Rugby League video game has been overwhelming and it was important therefore that the end result combined the latest technology and a genuine feel for the game" says David Robles Business Development Manager of HES.

New Zealand distributors of the title, GameWizz Interactive, have also secured the endorsement of Kiwi league superstar, Stacey Jones. While the game will be known in other territories as "Rugby League", in New Zealand the title will be distributed as "Stacey Jones Rugby League".

Mr Jones has commented, "I'm extremely excited to be a part of this project. Its great to see a videogame which captures the true feel of rugby league and allows fans to get involved at a whole new level."

Features of the game include

35 teams, with official licenses that include the National Rugby League (NRL), NRL Telstra Premiership, State Of Origin, City vs Country, the Australian Kangaroos, and the New Zealand Kiwis

25 realistic stadiums

Play by play commentary by Channel 9's Andrew Voss

Accurate player abilities and skills modelled on detailed data supplied by official NRL statisticians, NRL Stats

Multiple in-game camera angles to choose from including both behind and side-on based views

Both day and night games, with variable weather and wind

Over 700 separate realistic animations, with additional motion blending and dynamic head tracking for unlimited variety

High quality graphics including player likenesses, dynamic lighting and shadows

Comprehensive player, team, and competition customisation with the ability to alter all elements of players including the face, skin colour, head shape, hair style and colour, height, weight, and 12 separate skill attributes

Authentic sound captured from actual league matches and training sessions

Dynamic crowds including variable attendance and response to ingame events